Particular Solution

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Particular Solution

A solution obtained after assigning a specific value to the arbitrary constant is called a particular solution.

$$y=f(x,C_1)$$

where $$C_1$$ is a specific constant.

Usage

- Used when an initial or boundary condition is given.

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Question 1

Solve the differential equation $$y\frac{dy}{dx} + x = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2}$$ with initial condition $$y(0) = 1.$$

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